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Internal Affairs

Name: Internal Affairs
Director: Mike Figgis
Released: 1990
Duration: 115 min

Representation Score

1.7/10

Minimal

1990

Director

Mike Figgis

Runtime

115 minutes

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Internal Affairs is a character-driven look at the breakdown of institutions rather than a focus on demographic diversity. It emphasizes a modern take on power and morality over identity-based themes. The film stands out for its sharp critique of Western institutions and the erosion of professional ethics. However, it falls short in representing diverse racial and gender backgrounds.

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Category Breakdown

Does Internal Affairs have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film adheres to traditional assumptions about straight relationships and does not depict any non-traditional gender identities or stories that question these norms.

How does Internal Affairs portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses mainly on male-dominated power struggles and workplace hierarchies. Female characters play minor roles and are not central to the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Internal Affairs?

Limited

The main cast and character arcs feature mostly white male actors. The film does not significantly include diverse ethnic viewpoints.

How does Internal Affairs represent religion and culture?

Good

The film excels in showing moral ambiguity and questioning the reliability of Western institutions. It challenges the idea that these institutions are always right.

Does Internal Affairs include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not prominently feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities, mental health issues, or chronic illnesses as key parts of the story.

Present on Screen

Provides a sophisticated critique of Western institutional structures and systemic corruption.
Challenges the traditional 'heroic officer' archetype using a modern perspective.
Explores moral ambiguity and the erosion of professional ethics effectively.

Limited or Absent

Does not include significant racial and ethnic diversity among its main characters.
Female characters are given less important roles in the professional narrative.
Lacks any depiction of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender narratives.

Official Synopsis

Keen young Raymold Avila joins the Internal Affairs Department of the Los Angeles police. He and partner Amy Wallace are soon looking closely at the activities of cop Dennis Peck whose financial holdings start to suggest something shady. Indeed Peck is involved in any number of dubious or downright criminal activities. He is also devious, a womaniser, and a clever manipulator, and he starts to turn his attention on Avila.

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